License Permit Technician

Munro Footwear Group; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 26,458 - 37,682; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Leave & Holidays

Retirement Plan

Overtime compensation

Job summary

The Montana Department of Transportation is hiring a License Permit Technician in Helena, Montana. This role involves managing licensing and permitting processes, ensuring compliance with regulations, and resolving related issues.

The ideal candidate will have strong customer service skills and familiarity with commercial motor carrier laws. Benefits include health insurance and vacation pay. Interested applicants should submit their applications online.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience in customer service.
• Knowledge of Montana and Federal commercial motor carrier law.
• Experience in motor vehicle permitting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete and ensure licensing and permitting requirements.
• Analyze licensing and permitting issues.
• Interact with customers and management regarding licensing.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Knowledge of motor carrier law

Personal computer operations

Software applications

Education

Experience in motor vehicle permitting

Job description

Job Title

License Permit Technician (26141621) - Montana Department of Transportation

Overview

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting for a Licensing and Permit Technician. This position completes and ensures standard, professional assignments based on multiple licensing and permitting requirements. The role analyzes licensing and permitting issues based on data and information from multiple sources including customers, peers, management and others.

Experience & Qualifications

• At least one (1) year of experience in an occupation that requires communication skills and direct customer service.
• Knowledge of Montana and Federal commercial motor carrier law and regulations.
• Knowledge of personal computer operations and Department of Transportation software applications.
• Experience in a field directly involving motor vehicle permitting and licensing is preferred.
• Alternative qualifications: any combination of additional related work experience and education equivalent to the minimum qualifications.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of Montana and Federal commercial motor carrier law and regulations.
• Extensive knowledge of personal computer operations.
• Extensive knowledge of State of Montana and Department of Transportation software applications and accounting procedures.

Required Application Materials

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Other Information

1. Successful candidate must pass a fingerprint‑based background investigation.
2. The position is part of a career ladder.
3. Background: The pay rate includes a statutory $1.00 an hour base pay increase effective July 1, 2026.
4. MDT participates in E‑Verify.

Hiring Information

Salary: $23.28 - $23.28 hourly
Telework Eligibility: Telework Eligible (Full‑time telework is not available; telework schedule must be supervisor approved)
Benefits Package Eligibility: Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan
Number of Openings: 1
Employee Status: Regular, Full‑Time
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes, 5% of the time
Primary Location: Helena

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division, at 406.444.6054.

Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include:

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Access to Montana Health Centers, low‑cost clinics for state employees and their families
• State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Employees receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time over 40 hours in a workweek
• Benefits apply on first day of employment
• Relocation assistance may be offered at time of offer

Contact: Thomas Skoog, [e-mail], 406‑475‑0709. Instructions: Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. All materials should be selected as “Relevant.” If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed above.